The all-new Kia Seltos has officially been launched in India with prices starting at Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the 2026-generation Seltos opened on December 11 for a token amount of Rs 25,000, while customer deliveries are set to begin from mid-January.
With a bold new design, a tech-loaded interior and enhanced safety, the latest Seltos aims to strengthen Kia’s position in the highly competitive midsize SUV segment.
New Kia Seltos Price in India
The 2026 Kia Seltos is priced between Rs 10.99 lakh and Rs 19.99 lakh (ex-showroom), depending on the variant and powertrain. It continues to rival popular SUVs such as the Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, MG Astor and Tata Motors Sierra.
New Kia Seltos Price List (Ex-showroom, Rs lakh)
| Engine & Gearbox | HTE | HTE (O) | HTK | HTK (O) | HTX | HTX (A) | GTX | GTX (A) |
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| 1.5 NA Petrol MT | 10.99 | 12.09 | 13.09 | 14.19 | 15.59 | 16.69 | – | – |
| 1.5 NA Petrol CVT | – | 13.39 | 14.39 | 15.49 | 16.89 | 17.99 | 18.39 | 19.49 |
| 1.5 Turbo Petrol iMT | – | 12.89 | 13.89 | 14.99 | – | – | – | – |
| 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT | – | – | – | 16.29 | 17.69 | 18.79 | 19.19 | 19.99 |
| 1.5 Diesel MT | 12.59 | 13.69 | 14.69 | 15.79 | 17.19 | 18.29 | – | – |
| 1.5 Diesel AT | – | 14.99 | 15.99 | 17.09 | 18.49 | 19.59 | 19.79 | 19.99 |
New Kia Seltos Design and Dimensions
The new-generation Seltos adopts Kia’s global ‘Opposites United’ design language, giving it a sharper and more upright stance than before. Highlights include vertically stacked LED DRLs, a wide grille with concealed headlamps, gloss-black body cladding, retractable door handles, blacked-out pillars and a full-width LED tail-lamp strip.
Dimensions
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Length: 4,460mm
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Width: 1,830mm
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Height: 1,635mm
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Wheelbase: 2,690mm
Compared to the outgoing model, the new Seltos is longer, wider and rides on a significantly extended wheelbase, which should translate into improved cabin space.
New Kia Seltos Interior and Features
Inside, the 2026 Seltos gets a thoroughly modern cabin with a clear focus on premium appeal and technology. The dashboard is dominated by dual 12.3-inch displays for the infotainment and digital instrument cluster, separated by a 5-inch touchscreen for climate controls. A new flat-bottom steering wheel with an offset Kia logo adds to the fresh look.
Key Features
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Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
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Panoramic sunroof
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Ventilated front seats
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Dual-zone climate control
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64-colour ambient lighting
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10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
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360-degree camera
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Wireless phone charging
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8-speaker Bose sound system
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Connected car technology
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Level 2 ADAS suite
Safety and Platform
Safety is a major focus for the new Seltos. It now comes with six airbags as standard, along with ESC, hill-hold assist, front and rear disc brakes, TPMS, ISOFIX mounts and a reverse camera. Built on Kia’s new K3 platform, the SUV also benefits from improved structural rigidity, which could help it achieve a strong Bharat NCAP safety rating.
New Kia Seltos Engine Options
The new Seltos carries forward the same tried-and-tested powertrain lineup:
Engines & Gearboxes
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1.5L NA Petrol: 115hp
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6-speed manual / CVT
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1.5L Turbo Petrol: 160hp
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6-speed iMT / 7-speed DCT
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1.5L Diesel: 116hp
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6-speed manual / 6-speed automatic
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Kia has also confirmed that a petrol-hybrid version of the Seltos is in development and is expected to be introduced by 2027.
Verdict
With a bold new design, a feature-rich cabin, advanced safety tech and a wide range of powertrain options, the new Kia Seltos significantly raises the bar in the midsize SUV segment. While prices have increased over the previous generation, the added space, technology and safety upgrades make a strong case for buyers looking for a premium, well-rounded SUV under Rs 20 lakh.
All prices mentioned are ex-showroom, India.
